Patrick Willse

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Patrick Willse

Bachelors degree

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Hello, I am Patrick Willse and I am an active professional performing and recording multi-instrumentalist based in Asheville, North Carolina. I have been teaching guitar and electric bass for the past 15 years, I am more than capable of teaching all aspects of Guitar, Bass, Music Theory. Specializing in classical and flamenco fingerstyle technique and slap bass technique, I can share my expertise with all ages and skill levels, from children to adults, beginners to advanced players alike. I teach a wide variety of styles of music, Classical, Rock, Blues and more with a focus toward reading notation and understanding theory, scales, and modes in the language of Jazz. With a particular eye toward a student based teaching style, I craft my lessons toward each students' wants, goals, and needs. Let's strum our way to musical excellence together!

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Ear training

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Strumming and Picking Techniques

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Songs and Repertoire

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International Baccalaureate (IB)

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Music theory

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Guitar Techniques

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Fingerstyle

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Guitar for beginners

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Adults

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Beginners

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Advanced

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Kids

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Intermediate

Guitar lessons quick guide

I specialize in teaching guitar and bass to a diverse range of hundreds of students, ranging from children to adults of every skill level. I rely on a student-based teaching approach which incorporates the creative application of music theory and reading to foster a stronger relationship between the student and this beautiful thing that is music. I personalize lesson instruction using tech tools like DAWs, notation, and chord diagram apps to enhance learning both online and offline. My tailored curriculum follow IB standards, ensuring a comprehensive musical education. My methodology strength lies in creative yet practical application, fostering a deep understanding of music, and nurturing the lifelong passion for playing guitar or bass. I strongly believe that the concepts of patience, practice, and persistence are key to learning any instrument and cultivate the difference between practice and play.

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Fun and relaxed guitar classes

90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured

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Boosts confidence in shy learners

88% parents notice improved self-esteem and stage presence

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Customized guitar classes for every level

Beginners to advanced players feel the pace suits their needs

Types of guitar lessons

Guitar

Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Electric Guitar

Electric Guitar

Classical Guitar

Classical Guitar

Bass Guitar

Bass Guitar

Flexible Scheduling

Allows 1h early scheduling

Allows 1h early rescheduling

Can wait for 20 mins after joining

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Guitar concepts taught by Patrick

Student learned 3 days ago

The Student and Tutor extensively discussed guitar solo construction, fretboard patterns (boxes and the highway pattern), and chord voicings. They analyzed specific song elements and practiced techniques for efficient chord transitions and playing and singing simultaneously, with plans to review new exercises for pentatonic play and practice "Somebody Got Murdered."

Guitar Solo Phrasing and Development

Vocal and Instrumental Synchronization

Chord Voicings and Four-String Density

Guitar Tone: Signal Chain and Harmonic Content

Pentatonic Scale Boxes and the Highway Pattern

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Student learned 3 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed guitar concepts including music reading, modes of the major scale, and chord extensions. They practiced identifying and playing various modes and discussed how to incorporate modal ideas into pentatonic playing to create richer sounds. The student planned to focus on ingraining the major scale and exploring its modal variations.

Rhythm and Timing in Guitar Playing

Understanding Guitar Modes

Chord Extensions and Alterations

Integrating Modes with Pentatonics

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Student learned 4 days ago

The tutor and student focused on guitar practice, including working on a specific song, practicing scales, and performing a chromatic exercise with a metronome. They also introduced foundational music theory concepts like intervals and arpeggios, and discussed techniques for chord playing and transitioning between them.

Chord Voicings and Transformations

Tuning Stability: Tune Upwards

Music Theory: Intervals and Arpeggios

Muting Techniques

Time Signatures and Groove

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Student learned 6 days ago

The Tutor and Student reviewed guitar techniques, focusing on the "Moorish Dance" piece, E7 chords, and dominant seventh theory. They also discussed fretboard note identification, musical positions, and different approaches to learning guitar, with plans to continue practicing these concepts.

Tremolo Plucking Technique

Aspect Blindness and Musical Perception

Guitar Chord Diagrams and Finger Placement

The Importance of Knowing Notes on the Fretboard

Dominant Seven Chords

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Student learned 7 days ago

The student and tutor worked on foundational music theory concepts, including the diatonic scale and its historical context, and practical guitar techniques. They practiced the G major scale, a chromatic warm-up exercise, and began learning chords and smooth transitions through the song "Knockin' on Heaven's Door." The plan is to continue practicing the song with varying levels of rhythmic complexity in future sessions.

Chromatic Warm-up and Finger Dexterity

Music Theory as Explanation and Practice

Chord Voicings and Smooth Transitions

The Diatonic Scale (Ionian Mode)

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Student learned 10 days ago

The session involved a guitar lesson where the tutor and student explored advanced arpeggio techniques, chord voicings, and fretboard visualization for lead playing. They discussed various guitar setups and techniques, and planned to focus on developing a consistent practice routine and applying learned concepts to musical pieces.

Guitar Setup & Maintenance

Musical Phrasing & Expression

Fretboard Visualization & Chord Shapes

String Selection & Rhythmic Pumping

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Learning tools used in guitar classes

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PDF Sheet Music

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DAWs

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Looping Pedals

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Backing Track Libraries

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Chord Diagram Apps

Engaging guitar lessons

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